“Why are activists, who are so passionate about their social justice work, so often burned out by those very causes? We don’t often think about activism as a form of labour, but it is. Research on the activists that make
How self-compassion can help activists deal with stress Read Post »
“We dedicate this editorial to the late Struggle icon, Elizabeth van der Heyden, fondly known as Ma Betty. The only female political prisoner who served a full 10-year prison detention, she was the last surviving member of the Cape Peninsula…”
State Turned its Back on Struggle Hero Read Post »
“On 27 August 2024 a disturbing incident happened in Humakwini, Swaneville in Kagiso, when Mrs Naneki Mlambo’s (47) property which is near the corner shop, was damaged by a reckless driver. Mrs. Mlambo was sitting inside her house watching TV…”
Alcohol Continues to Cause Harm in Our Communities Read Post »
“Every year in South Africa, the is a huge excitement toward matric results and during every graduation season, there is a renewal of hopes and dreams as we see individuals sharing their education stories and victory on social media as…”
Young People’s Views on Unemployment in South Africa Read Post »
“Bangladesh is a country in South Asia, recently the country witnessed student-led protests that have culminated in the forced-removal of the prime minister. The protests began in June 2024, one of the main reasons for the protests is growing frustration.
Bangladeshi Students Demand Change in their Country and Job Quotas Read Post »
“Over the last few weeks, 23-year-old model Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina, has found herself at the centre of a debate concerning her nationality. This controversy has sparked discussion going beyond her identity. The discussion touches on deeper issues of globalisation…”
Chidimma: A Reflection on Nationality, Globalisation and Pageantry Read Post »
“Controversy has rocked once again! This time, it was at the 2024 Paris Olympics in France, with all the attention on Algerian boxer, Imane Khelif (25) after her 46-second clash with Italian boxer, Angela Carini (25) who quit after two…”
Why do We Question Natural-born Superior Women When We Hail Men? Read Post »
“Early In July 2024 reports came of a rise in cases of children being kidnapped especially by close people in the family. These people target children when they are going and coming back from school. In a recent kidnapping incident…”
Kidnapping of Children Increased in 2024 Read Post »
“Since South Africa is slowly moving to a 4th industrial revolution, education is now mostly happening online and applying for children in Gauteng has also moved online. However, for most people in working class communities, the struggle of using these…”
Communities Can Solve Social Issues by Working Together Read Post »
“Orlando is a township in the area of Soweto. The township was founded in 1931. Over the years community challenges in this township grew, social issues such as crime, substance abuse, GBV, poverty and overcrowding in the area became a…”
Orlando Township has Taken a Turn for the Worse Read Post »
“In recent days yet another story of the unnecessary struggle in the Eastern Cape became news. A group of 80 learners from Gwebityala Senior Secondary School in Elliotdale, Eastern Cape reportedly dropped out of school mid-year. This sad development followed…”
The EC Government Returns Funds When Service is Needed Read Post »
“Zimbabwe has been under serious and challenging situations, which has caused many Zimbabwean nationality to flee to other countries in hopes of getting better jobs and secure better living conditions for their families. Throughout the years many people left their…”
Zimbabwe’s Challenges Remain Unaddressed Read Post »
